it feels strong and works as you would expect from a quality tool. the controls are precise and the soft start is a great feature. it is heavy which is great when used upright but may not suit everybody when used a lot upside down. Handy light and dust remover . I didn't get the guide with mine but I will be getting one.
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Expected Makita quality. Easy to follow instructions and equally easy to use. Not too heavy or noisy. Easy to control and the light is useful. One small criticism - the smooth cut/anti fraying insert is a bit flimsy and inclined to come loose. Best check before use and after each cut. Otherwise 5 stars.
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absolutely brilliant great item very well built you cant get better.
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When my Bosch (green) jigsaws gearbox failed I bought this hoping it would last a bit longer .. but it is actually a different tool. The finished cut is a good as a circular saw and it is smooth to operate. The Boschs cut always looked like a mad beaver had been at it ... you get what you pay for ...
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Feels quality, have put it through its paces both hardwoods and soft, and going right up to 90mm fenceposts which it managed using a longer blade. Paying more for orbital action is worth it in my opinion as it just seems to provide more cutting grunt. Came with Makita case and spare blades which is nice. Only complaint (and it's a minor one) is the dust extraction attachment is attached by fairly flimsy tabs that have worn with the vacuum hose pulling on them. Besides that, nice piece of kit. It will cut!
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